From San José: Poás Volcano, La Paz Waterfalls & Doka Tour
ID: GYG1258041-1926140
Category:
Country: Costa Rica
Duration:
11:30 hours
Description
Explore Poás Volcano's crater, walk through 5 waterfalls at La Paz Waterfall Gardens, and discover the coffee process at Doka Estate. Includes breakfast, lunch, and transport.
Discover the best of Costa Rica's Central Valley on this full-day tour from San José. Visit a historic coffee estate, the impressive Poás Volcano, and the natural sanctuary of La Paz Waterfall Gardens with breakfast and lunch included.
Start at Doka Estate, where you'll learn the entire Costa Rican coffee production process from plantation to cup. Taste different varieties while exploring this centuries-old tradition at one of the country's oldest estates.
Continue to Poás Volcano National Park, one of the world's most accessible active volcanoes. Walk to the main crater viewpoint and contemplate the impressive turquoise acid lagoon surrounded by unique volcanic landscapes and cloud forest.
End at La Paz Waterfall Gardens, a natural sanctuary where you'll walk trails leading to five spectacular waterfalls. Explore the butterfly observatory with tropical species, the hummingbird aviary, and the orchid garden.
Observe poison dart frogs, serpents, and rescued felines in their natural habitats. Enjoy a typical Costa Rican lunch while surrounded by the lush nature of the cloud forest.
The tour includes transport in air-conditioned vehicle, professional guide, all attraction entries, breakfast, and lunch. A complete experience combining nature, coffee culture, and Costa Rican gastronomy.
Highlights
- Contemplate the impressive Poás Volcano crater and its turquoise lagoon
- Walk through 5 spectacular waterfalls on cloud forest trails
- Learn the coffee process from seed to cup at Doka Estate
- Observe hummingbirds, tropical butterflies, and rescued wildlife
- Enjoy an included breakfast and a typical Costa Rican lunch
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Moderate physical fitness level required
Access to Poás Volcano crater may be restricted due to volcanic activity
This activity takes place rain or shine
Maximum 17 travelers per group
The tour lasts between 10 and 12 hours
Temperature at the volcano can be cold, warm clothing recommended
INCLUDED
- Transport in air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional bilingual guide
- Breakfast
- Typical Costa Rican lunch
- Coffee and tea
- Entry to Doka Estate Coffee Tour
- Entry to Poás Volcano National Park
- Entry to La Paz Waterfall Gardens and the Five Waterfalls
NOT INCLUDED
- Tips
- Alcoholic beverages
- Personal expenses
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.